If you are a resident of Fayetteville you are eligible for a free library card. People who reside in the city of Rogers, Bentonville or in Washington County are eligible for a free card. Those who work, own property, or attend school in Fayetteville are also eligible for a free library card. Others pay $30 per year for a library card.

You may pre-register here and then bring a photo ID and verification of your current address with you to the library. You will receive a temporary card number that will allow you to place holds on items. You will need to come into the library within 3 months to get your permanent card.

If you do not live in Fayetteville, Washington County, Rogers or Bentonville but work, attend school or own property in Fayetteville, bring appropriate proof, e.g. current property tax bill, pay stub, student ID. Children and teenagers under the age of 18 need a parent present to provide photo ID, verification of current address, and sign for the application.

Interlibrary loan (ILL) service enables customers to borrow materials from libraries outside of the Fayetteville Public Library collection. Lending libraries participate voluntarily in a nation-wide network to provide library users with access to materials.

Fayetteville Public Library allows FPL cardholders to take online classes through its Universal Class service. You will need your card and pin number to log in.

Reserve a Meeting Room

Fayetteville Public Library provides meeting rooms for use by Fayetteville residents or property owners who possess a valid Library card or governmental agencies. For more information about FPL meeting rooms, including policies, fees, and the online registration form, click here.

Reserve a Study Room

Fayetteville Public Library has six study rooms for check-out by Fayetteville residents or property owners who possess a valid Library card or governmental agencies. The larger two rooms, Leverenz and Large Study Room, maybe reserved 24 hours in advance by calling (479) 856-7250. All other study rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve bais at the Reference Desk on the second floor. For more information about FPL study rooms, including procedures, click here.

Join a Book Club

FPL hosts three book clubs open to members of the community. For more information about our book clubs and how to join, visit our book club page.

Request homebound services from FPL

Lending Hands, Fayetteville Public Library's outreach service to the homebound, provides personal delivery of library materials to persons of all ages who reside within the city limits of Fayetteville and are physically unable to come to the library due to age, illness, or disability. Click here for more information.

Find community resources

FPL maintains a collection of community organization contacts. Click here to access the list of community resources.

Find things at the library

We have a map of the library that can help you find the library's services and collections. View the map [PDF].

Research genealogy and family history

The Grace Keith Genealogical Collection contains a number of books and databases that provide both local and national genealogical information. Please visit the genealogy page for more information.